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Iranian goalkeeper Beiranvand suspended for four months, fined over $300,000

The Appeals Committee of Iran’s Football Federation has issued its final ruling in the contractual dispute between Persepolis FC and national team goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand.

Iran’s president departs for Pakistan, emphasizes trade and regional unity amid tensions

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian departed for Islamabad on Saturday at the invitation of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and address regional challenges.

Family forgives in high-profile murder case of Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui, wife

The high-profile murder case of acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife Vahideh Mohammadi-Far has reached a legal conclusion, with the victim’s family officially waiving their right to seek the death penalty.

Former Iranian Football Federation President Dariush Mostafavi dies at 81

Dariush Mostafavi, a former president of the Iranian Football Federation, passed away at the age of 81.

Iran launches Arbaeen pilgrimage sea route from Khorramshahr to Basra

The first group of Iranian pilgrims departed by sea from Khorramshahr to Basra on Friday, according to the Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran.

Iranian journalism professors urge President Pezeshkian to end internet filtering

A group of prominent journalism and communications professors in Iran has sent an open letter to President Masoud Pezeshkian, calling for the immediate removal of internet filtering in the country.

Air pollution in Tehran blamed for 6,000 deaths in past year, just six clean-air days recorded

Tehran continues to grapple with severe air pollution, with official figures revealing that 6,000 people died in the Iranian capital last year due to pollution-related causes. This year, residents have experienced only six days of clean air as of August 1.

Iran denies reports of 40 million barrels of oil stranded at sea

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has strongly denied claims made by foreign media that over 40 million barrels of Iranian oil are currently sitting idle at sea due to lack of buyers.

Iran President’s envoy holds meeting with Mir-Hossein Mousavi amid hopes for ending house arrest

A senior member of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s administration has met with opposition figure Mir-Hossein Mousavi in a 90-minute session, signaling a potential shift in the government’s approach toward resolving his prolonged house arrest.

Former PSG, Tottenham defender Serge Aurier joins Iran’s Persepolis

Iranian football giants Persepolis FC have officially signed Serge Aurier, the former Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur right-back, as their ninth acquisition of the summer transfer window.

Iran’s president faces backlash & praise over withdrawal of online content bill

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian is facing mixed reactions after withdrawing a controversial bill aimed at regulating misinformation on social media, which could lead to up to 15 years of imprisonment for culprits.

Drop in Afghan repatriations from Iran raises questions amid tighter controls

The once-crowded Afghan repatriation camp in eastern Tehran now sits noticeably empty, signaling a slowdown in the return of undocumented Afghan migrants from Iran.

Iran’s UN ambassador underlines need to establish independent Palestinian state

Iran’s Ambassador to the UN Saeed Iravani has said lasting peace in the West Asia region can only be achieved through the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state.

Iran’s non-oil trade hits $34.2bn in 1st 4 months of 2025

According to the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA), the country's non-oil trade in the first four months of 2025 reached 61.02 million tons valued at $34.175 billion.

Iran UK envoy says Tehran open to honest talks, rejects use of diplomacy as a tool for deception

Iran’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Seyed Ali Mousavi, said Tehran remains committed to diplomacy as the best means of resolving disputes, but warned that talks must be genuine and not a cover for coercive or deceitful agendas.

Iranian president to visit Pakistan on Saturday amid efforts to boost bilateral ties

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian is set to visit Pakistan on Saturday, following an official invitation from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Authorized Afghan nationals permitted to join Arbaeen pilgrimage, says Iranian official

Iran’s Deputy Interior Minister for Security and Law Enforcement, Majid Pourjamshidian, announced that authorized Afghan nationals will be allowed to participate in the upcoming Arbaeen pilgrimage, marking the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of the third Shia Imam, in Iraq under the same conditions as Iranian pilgrims.

Iran FM meets President of Tajikistan, calls for boost in ties

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, emphasized the Islamic Republic of Iran’s determination to expand relations with Tajikistan across all areas of mutual interest.

Iran’s cabinet withdraws controversial internet regulation bill

The Iranian government has officially approved the withdrawal of a controversial bill on regulating online content, following public criticism and a directive from President Massoud Pezeshkian.

Ayatollah Khamenei attends commemoration for martyrs of Israel’s recent war

A solemn and powerful ceremony marking the 40th day since the martyrdom of those fallen in the Zionist regime of Israel’s imposed war was held at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah in Tehran, with the presence of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Iranian wushu fighter bags silver at Asian Championships in China

Amir Mehdi Shirdel, a promising young wushu athlete from Iran’s Ardabil Province, secured a silver medal in the 75kg weight class at the ongoing Asian Junior Wushu Championships in China.

Iran’s president orders broad consultation on controversial internet regulation bill

Iran’s government spokesperson announced on Tuesday that President Massoud Pezeshkian has issued a firm directive to ensure that public and expert opinions are heard regarding the recently proposed internet regulation bill.

The Leader: Iran displayed strength during war with Israel, US

Marking the 40th day since the martyrdom of Iranians in the 12-day war with Israel last month, the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, declared that the conflict revealed the full power, resolve, and unity of the Islamic Republic.

Iranian delegation to Chengdu games pays military salute in tribute to war martyrs

The Iranian delegation heading to the Chengdu international sports event in China performed a military salute during their send-off ceremony on Tuesday, coinciding with the national commemoration of the martyrs of the war with the Israeli regime in June.

Iranian documentary filmmaker Mehran Zinatbakhsh passes away

Acclaimed Iranian documentary filmmaker, director, and cinematographer Mehran Zinatbakhsh passed away on Monday after a period of illness.

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